Ingrown hair is a condition that can affect anyone and appear anywhere, the hair curls back and actually grows back into the skin. The hair follicle itself can become infected (folliculitis) and razor bumps can occur. Ingrown hair most commonly appears where the skin is most often shaved, usually the beard, legs, or pubic region. It is caused when hair is broken off at a very short length and with a sharp tip, making shaving the main cause. Tight clothing can also result in ingrown hairs. Sometimes it even occurs naturally, though rarely.
Symptoms of ingrown hair include itchy skin, a rash, and hair which stays even though it's been shaved. |
